JAKARTA, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- CIMB Treasury and Market Research expects Bank Indonesia (BI) to raise its benchmark interest rate this week, bringing forward its previous December forecast amid mounting pressure on the rupiah and the risk of further capital outflows following MSCI’s proposed reclassification of Indonesia’s equity market.
Business : CIMB Expects Bank Indonesia To Raise Rates This Week
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CIMB expects Bank Indonesia to raise rates this week due to rupiah pressure and capital outflows risks.
- CIMB forecasts a 25-basis-point rate hike on Oct 21 amid rupiah weakness.
- MSCI's reclassification proposal may trigger $2-3 billion in equity outflows.
- Market turmoil and global conditions could lead to further rate hikes by 2026.
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